Cuba Pays Homage to Fidel Castro Ahead of 90th Birthday
Cuba is awash with official tributes to former leader Fidel Castro ahead of his 90th birthday Saturday, even as its people and leadership begin to look beyond legacy of Communist-ruled state’s founding figure.
Thai Tourism Braces for Impact of Deadly Mother’s Day
On what should be bonanza long weekend for tourist industry in seaside playground favoured by Thailand’s royal family, shops and restaurants are shuttered, streets are empty and security forces are advising people to stay in their hotels.
The resort of Hua Hin was rocked by four bombs less than 12 hours apart that killed two people and wounded 24, as thousands flocked to its hotels and beaches for a long weekend to celebrate the Queen’s birthday, which is also Mother’s Day in Thailand.
Trump Backs Away From ISIS Comments, Looks for Party Unity
Republican Donald Trump backs away from comments calling President Barack Obama and Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton the founders of the militant group Islamic State, while Republican Party seeks to project unity behind their candidate.
Turkey Seeks 32 Fugitive Diplomats in Post-Coup Inquiry
Turkey is seeking extradition of 32 diplomats who go on the run after they are recalled by Ankara as part of investigations of failed coup attempt, foreign minister says.
US Drone Kills ISIS Leader for Afghanistan, Pakistan
Leader of ISIS branch in Afghanistan and Pakistan is killed in US drone strike, Pentagon spokesman says after Afghan ambassador to Pakistan announces news to Reuters.
Two Company Veterans to Lead Fox News After Ailes’ Exit
Rupert Murdoch names company veterans Jack Abernethy and Bill Shine as co-presidents to lead Fox News after Chief Executive Officer Roger Ailes resigns following sexual harassment allegations.
Foiled Attack Puts Spotlight on Canada PM’s Security Revamp
Death of Canadian supporter of Islamic State who authorities say was preparing imminent attack increases calls for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to abandon his plan to scale back 2015 law that gives increased powers to police and intelligence agents.
Putin Gets New Right-Hand Man as Chief of Staff Exits
Month before parliamentary elections, President Vladimir Putin replaces his long-time ally Sergei Ivanov as Kremlin chief of staff, appointing low-profile former diplomat in his place.
More Airline Outages Seen, Carriers Grapple With Aging Technology
Airlines will likely suffer more disruptions like one that grounds about 2,000 Delta flights this week because major carriers do not invest enough to overhaul reservations systems based on technology dating to 1960s, airline industry and technology experts tell Reuters.
Special 100m in Prospect as Bolt, Gatlin Lock Horns
Always the crown jewel in Olympic athletics programme, the Rio 100 metres final is shaping up to be extraordinary for many reasons. When Usain Bolt and company enter the stadium on Sunday, this will be it. The last Olympic 100 metres final for the greatest sprinter the sport has known.